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E285 BCN

1987 Rover 820

Gold Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,530 mi
Last recorded73,530 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Rover 82067,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE285 BCN
MakeRover
Model820
Year1987
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 73,530 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2025 72,788 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 72,568 miles

underbody undersealed

How Reliable is the Rover 820?

Based on 92,659 MOT tests across 19,658 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
4,012
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
19,658
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,076
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6,826
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,771
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,216
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,025
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E285 BCN is a 1987 Rover 820 in Gold with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Rover 820 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 67,780 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 820 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,076 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E285 BCN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 820 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 39 years old, this Rover 820 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E285 BCN?

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What year was E285 BCN registered?

E285 BCN is a 1987 Rover 820, first registered on 18 August 1987.

Is E285 BCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E285 BCN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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